#TheLIST: Fall Music Preview

Summer might be over, but the good music isn't. From major pop stars' long-awaited comebacks (hi, Taylor Swift and Miley Cyrus) to hip-hop legends' explosive tours, here's what to look out for this season. Plus, music festivals aren't just a warm-weather staple; scroll down for some of the best autumn fests around the world.

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1The National

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Sleep Well Beast — September 8

With their seventh LP, the indie band gives it signature melancholia a livelier sound. But despite the “upbeat” transition, critics are already praising thew work as a captivating breakup album.

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2Gucci Mane

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Mr. Davis — September 15

Guwop released a load of new projects in 2016, and it seems he’s geared up to do the same this year. After unveiling his Drop Top Wop mixtape in May, the Atlanta rapper is onto a new record, which is packed with features from Nicki Minaj, Migos, The Weeknd, Schoolboy Q, Ty Dolla $ign and more.

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3Miley Cyrus

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Younger Now — September 29

Miley makes her return, this time parting ways from the provocative psychedelia on Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015) or the hip-hop attempt of Bangerz (2013). As her new singles “Malibu” and “Younger Now” have teased, the 24-year-old is staying close to her pop and country roots.

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4St. Vincent

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MASSEDUCTION — October 13

After winning a Grammy for her 2014 self-titled project, Annie Clark follows up with her fifth studio album, and she’s already given us a taste with singles “New York” and “Los Ageless” (two cities between which she splits her time). Clarke will also take on Europe and the U.S. with her Fear the Future tour, starting in October.

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5Wu-Tang Clan

Wu-Tang Clan: The Saga Continues — October 13

The legendary hip-hop crew is greeting up for another record to follow their 2014 project, A Better Tomorrow. They may have reunited with Redman in the lead single, but DJ Mathematics also planned for Wu-Tang members to collaborate with other iconic rappers for the project

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6Weezer

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Pacific Daydream — October 27

This marks the group’s 11th LP, and the follow-up to last year’s White Album, which was nominated for a Grammy. The record was initially intended to be named The Black Album, according to a release, but after creating some tracks with a strong beauty vibe, they switched gears.

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7Julien Baker

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Turn Out the Lights — October 27

Baker laid bare her pure talent on her debut album, Sprained Ankle (2015), with raw lyrics that explore topics like queerness and depression, all over over gentle guitar strums. Two years later comes her sophomore record, and her leading single “Appointments” proves she hasn’t lost her magic.

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8Taylor Swift

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Reputation — November 10

Sure, the old Taylor may be dead, but what will the new Taylor Bring? So far, her comeback singles “Look What You Made Me Do” and “…Ready for It?” rekindled old feuds and hinted at a new flame. This marks her first album since 1989 three years ago.

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9Cardi B

Debut album TBA — October

The rapper (whose real name is Belcalis Almanzar) quickly rose the charts in recent months, thanks to her hit “Bodak Yellow.” The track was number three on the Hot 100 charts after “Despacito” and “Wild Thoughts” this summer, it became the highest-charting song by a female rapper since Nicki Minaj’s anaconda, and it was recently certified gold. To follow up the success, Cardi B hints that her official debut album is arriving in October.

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10Ms. Lauryn Hill & Nas' PowerNomics Tour

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Now — October 11

Two of the most influential voices in ‘90s hip-hop and R&B join forces for a dream tour (even if the Queens rapper hasn’t released his highly-anticipated album yet).The “If I Ruled the World” collaborators hit the road with special guests, Chronixx and comedian Hannibal Buress. Proceeds of the tour will benefit charities supporting the African American community.

After making their usual summer festival rounds, Arcade Fire is promoting its latest record, Everything Now, by performing it around the world. Their openers are bound to make the concerts even more exciting; the roster includes Angel Olsen, Phantogram, Broken Social Scene, Wolf Parade and, on some dates, hip-hop pioneer Grandmaster Flash.

Those who missed experiencing Abel Tesfaye’s Starboy project live have another chance, now that the artist has extended his tour with more dates in the U.S. and around the world. He announced the second phase of his tour just days after ending his first, proving he’s not planning on slowing down.

This marks Styles’ first time touring sans One Direction, but he’s still doing large-scale performances. (He even added 56 more dates to his already-scheduled tour.) The rock star will bring his debut solo album to life in cities across the U.S., Europe, and in other international sites.

After dropping her Rainbow album in August, Kesha’s comeback after her legal battle with Dr. Luke continues with her first solo tour since 2013. “I would not have made it to this point without my animals and supporters so now come out and join the celebration with me,” she invited her fans in a statement.

Hov’s acclaimed 13th album—which has started conversations with its themes on blackness, family, and fidelity—takes the stage after going platinum. Lucky concertgoers might even be able to spot Beyoncé from the audience.

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